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11 Night Enchanting Rhine (Wine) and Land Tour

From Zurich to Amsterdam

AmaSiena

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14244867
  • Departs: Thu, Oct 28, 2027
  • Returns: Thu, Nov 4, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Oct 24, 2027
    Day
    1
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Arrive in Zurich and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Oct 25, 2027
    Day
    2
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Zurich seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future-all of which will be on full display during your city tour. One of the top experiences in Zurich is a visit to Old Town, where you will find yourself among medieval houses and the modern Bahnhofstrasse. You will also see the famous St. Peter Church, featuring the largest church clock face in the world. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Oct 26, 2027
    Day
    3
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    Check out of your hotel and transfer to Lake Lucerne, where you'll enjoy a cruise across its tranquil waters. Impressive mountainous panoramas are the backdrop of this lake excursion, with steep and sometimes snow-capped peaks looming over the city, some coming right to the edge of the lake. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Oct 27, 2027
    Day
    4
    Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    Discover Lake Lucerne's unrivaled beauty on a walking tour that includes the spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Oct 28, 2027
    Day
    5
    Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Klus 177, Aesch, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 5 - Thursday - Oct 28, 2027
    Day
    5
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Check out of your hotel and head north to Aesch where you will visit KLUS 177, the first and only biodynamic winery in the region. Go for a guided walk through the vineyards and enjoy a tasting of Swiss wines before continuing on to Basel. Upon arrival in Basel, enjoy a highlights tour of Switzerland's third-largest city. Long an important university, banking, and trade center, Basel's glorious past is still evident in its medieval Town Hall and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes. Then, enjoy free time for lunch on your own before the drive to the ship. Tonight, gather onboard for a "Welcome Aboard" Wine Toast as you commence your wine-themed itinerary through some of Europe's most enchanting and historic wine regions. (B,D) ...
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    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Embark the ship. Tonight, gather onboard for a "Welcome Aboard" Wine Toast as you commence your wine-themed itinerary through some of Europe's most enchanting and historic wine regions. (D)
    Friday - Oct 29, 2027
    Day
    6
    Breisach, Germany
    • Breisach, Germany
    Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions, depending on your interests. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Riquewihr, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture as well as famous sights, such as the Dolder Gate. While there, enjoy a visit to a winery for a tasting of locally produced Alsatian wines. Alternatively, you may wish to go to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburger Munster, a Gothic cathedral said to have the most beautiful spire on earth. You'll visit a winery, where you will have the opportunity to taste their locally produced wines, and then continue with a walking tour. Those wishing a more active excursion can cycle through the scenic countryside; or hike in the Black Forest, a magical land full of cultural traditions, as well as home to elaborate cuckoo clocks, striking half-timber houses, ruined castles, and quaint towns. (Black Forest hike is weather dependent and may only operate at certain times of year.) (B,L,D) ...
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    Saturday - Oct 30, 2027
    Day
    7
    Strasbourg, France
    • Strasbourg, France
    Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy walking through the iconic UNESCO World Heritage-listed "La Petite France" district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through these charming streets and past the Cathedrale Notre-Dame with its famous astronomical clock. For the active adventurer, you can take a guided bike ride through this captivating city and Parc de l'Orangerie. Later in the afternoon, be treated to a special Alsatian wine tasting of some of the region's most delicious and notable wine. Discover how the Vosges Mountains provide the Alsace with ideal wine making conditions, and as such, Alsatian wines are not only delightful on the palate, but they're also highly praised for their fragrant aromas, ranging from bright and fruity to crisp and spicy. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Oct 31, 2027
    Day
    8
    Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Heidelberg, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of three excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany's Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century 49,000-gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosophers' Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and be rewarded with panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany's oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe-a UNESCO World Heritage Site-and the medieval Altportel, Old Gate. Later in the day, sail to Rudesheim where you can visit Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum; or taste one of the town's special delights, Rudesheim coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Nov 1, 2027
    Day
    9
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    • Lahnstein, Germany, Germany
    Your exploration of Rudesheim continues with your choice of three excursions. Take a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the river. Afterwards, indulge your taste buds with a sampling of Riesling wines in the vineyards. If you prefer a more active adventure, you can join a guided bike ride through the town and along the Rhine River or hike through the town's beautiful vineyards. During the afternoon, set sail along the scenic Rhine River Gorge with its fabled legends and many castles to Lahnstein where you'll enjoy a visit to Lahneck Castle. (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - Nov 2, 2027
    Day
    10
    Cologne, Germany
    • Cologne, Germany
    Enjoy cruising to Cologne, then join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town, where you will see sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, Germany's oldest town hall; the Fischmarkt, which dates back to the 12th century; and the Great St. Martin Church. End your city tour with a visit to a local tavern to taste its famous Kolsch beer. As an alternative, examine the historic architectural styles on display throughout the Cologne Cathedral during a guided tour. This 13th-century Gothic marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion, and the church withstood 14 hits from aerial bombs during World War II. Active guests will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - Nov 3, 2027
    Day
    11
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Start your day in Amsterdam the way it was meant to be enjoyed: gliding along its famous waterways! Amsterdam boasts amazing history, art, architecture, and museums, and after your scenic cruise, you have a choice as to how you wish to explore it. The famous canals of Amsterdam await discovery on your city tour beginning with a scenic canal cruise. If you prefer exploring the world with your taste buds, stroll past traditional canals, gabled houses, narrow bridges, and house boats to taste Dutch specialties at a grand Amsterdam cafe. (B,L,D) ...
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    Thursday - Nov 4, 2027
    Day
    12
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Bid farewell to Amsterdam as you prepare for your flight home. (B)


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